Union Hill Unveils $5 Million Development of Largest and Only New Urban In-Fill Homes for Ownership
Union Hill Unveils $5 Million Development of Largest and Only New Urban In-Fill Homes for Ownership
Kansas City’s Oldest Continuous Neighborhood Adds Four Home Styles – Cape Cod, Federal, Shirtwaist and Victorian – Fully Funded by Owner of Union Hill
KANSAS CITY, MO. (April XX, 2014) – Union Hill, Kansas City’s oldest continuous neighborhood, founded in 1857, is growing, launching the largest home development in the area with the construction of nearly $5 million in new in-fill housing available for ownership. The four home styles are two Cape Cod, six Shirtwaist, three Federal and two Victorian. The new Cape Cod and Shirtwaist homes will unveil in late April 2014. The new homes are each built with the highest integrity in the tradition of each unique style further adding to the character of Union Hill’s residential district.
Union Hill continues to develop and build upon a 100-year master plan for the only combined residential and retail district with nearly 1000 residents, extensive green space, restaurants and retail for the urban minded that still seek the feeling of a neighborhood with the convenience of the many nearby downtown and Plaza arts, entertainment and shopping destinations. Each of the homes will have a 15-year tax abatement. Existing homes in Union Hill have maintained or exceeded home values in recent years with a solid resale performance.
William Rockhill Nelson built the first Cape Cod homes on DeGroff Street for Kansas City Star employees more than 100 years ago. The new Cape Cod homes are next door to the original ones that are occupied by families and long-time residents, complete with front porches on a small walkable street. The Shirtwaist homes are one block over with a brick and wood design complementing the neighboring houses.
All of the homes are under development by the primary leader and visionary of Union Hill, Bob Frye, committed to the urban neighborhood with an additional $1.2 million streetscape improvement planned. The singular local majority ownership and leadership establishes Union Hill as a solid and financially strong neighborhood district. Young professionals and empty nesters call the Union Hill neighborhood and district home in the multiple residential options.
Cape Cod Homes
- Two story, three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms
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- Large front porch, double garage with easily maintained front and back yard. Two bedrooms are on the second floor with the third bedroom on the basement level, featuring a dedicated bathroom as a nearly independent living space. Basements are concrete.
- First available late April 2014
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Shirtwaist Homes
- Two story, three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms
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- Open floor plan with a first floor bedroom and laundry. Daylight or walkout basements are optional to finish out. Second floor includes a large unfinished space for office, storage or craft room. Double garage and easily maintained front and back yard. Basements are concrete.
- First available late April 2014
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Federal Homes
- Two story, three bedroom, two and a half bathrooms
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- All brick with a stately design and more formal floor plan. Large backyard. Double garage. Basements are concrete.
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- $450,000
Victorian Homes
- Two story, three bedroom, two and a half bath
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- All three bedrooms are on the second floor for first floor entertaining. Double garage and easily maintained front and back yard. Basements are concrete.
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Union Hill Boiler Plate
Established in 1857, Union Hill is one of Kansas City’s oldest continuous neighborhoods with more than 1000 young professionals, established mobile mid-career and active empty nesters. Union Hill is a true urban neighborhood and Kansas City’s largest residential and business district spanning more than 16 city blocks nestled between Main Street on the west, Gillham Road on the east, the 31st Street corridor on the south and approximately 27th Street on the south. Overlooking Crown Center and the downtown skyline, Union Hill district offers convenient living surrounded by green space, dining, arts, entertainment, fitness and some of Kansas City’s major employers. Bob Frye leads the overall development, preservation and advancement of Union Hill with a nearly 40-year history of ownership and solid development that ties to a 100-year plan for the longevity of the neighborhood. Kansas City’s history is embraced throughout the district. For more information, visit (website), (social media assets) or call (preferred phone).
